Emperor of Japan Is Taking a Hand In Political Crisis Over War Law; High Palace Official Calls- on Prince Saionji Prior to Conference With Premier's Proxy--Press Assails American Naval Bill

There were indications today that the imperial palace was concerned by Japan's serious political situation. Marquis Yasumasa Matsudaira, Chief Secretary to the Lord Keeper of the Privy Seal, called upon 88 year-old Prince Kimmochi Saionji,...

April 18, 1938

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